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Dreamdata vs Forest

Dreamdata logo

Dreamdata

Software

B2B revenue attribution platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Forest logo

Forest

Software

Stay focused, be present

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Dreamdata company identification only reaches approximately 80% accuracy even with proprietary IP-to-company resolution; Forest no standalone desktop app; limited to browser extensions
  • They diverge on capability: Dreamdata covers Multi-touch attribution, Forest covers Focus timer.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Dreamdata and Forest actually diverge.

Attributes where Dreamdata and Forest differ
AttributeDreamdataForest
PlatformsWebiOS, Android, Chrome, Firefox
Founded20182014

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (Unknown), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Dreamdata

  • Multi-touch attribution
  • Account-based analytics
  • Pipeline analytics
  • Customer journey mapping
  • Revenue modeling
  • Content attribution
  • Channel performance
  • Data unification

Only in Forest

  • Focus timer
  • Virtual forest building
  • Real tree planting partnership
  • Website/app blocking
  • Statistics tracking
  • Achievements & rewards
  • Social features
  • Custom tree species

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Dreamdata

  • B2B attributionnot Forest
  • Revenue analyticsnot Forest
  • Pipeline forecastingnot Forest
  • Marketing ROInot Forest

Forest

  • Study sessionsnot Dreamdata
  • Work focus timenot Dreamdata
  • Digital detoxnot Dreamdata
  • Pomodoro techniquenot Dreamdata
  • Phone addiction managementnot Dreamdata

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Dreamdata

  • Company identification only reaches approximately 80% accuracy even with proprietary IP-to-company resolution
  • Advanced features like custom attribution models require expensive custom pricing tier
  • Steep implementation lift for complex multi-touch attribution setup
  • Free tier limited to 2 months of historical data

Forest

  • No standalone desktop app; limited to browser extensions
  • Mobile app pricing varies by platform; iOS one-time purchase vs. Android different model
  • Forest Plus features required for advanced analytics and custom tag tracking

Pricing, plan by plan

Dreamdata

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Dreamdata review.

Forest

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Forest review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Dreamdata if

  • You need multi-touch attribution.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want account-based analytics.
Dreamdata review

Choose Forest if

  • You need focus timer.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Chrome, Firefox.
  • You also want virtual forest building.
Forest review

Questions people ask

Is Dreamdata or Forest better?
Neither clearly leads. Dreamdata starts at Free and Forest at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Dreamdata or Forest?
Dreamdata starts at Free and Forest at Free.
Does Dreamdata or Forest run on more platforms?
Dreamdata runs on Web. Forest runs on iOS, Android, Chrome, Firefox.
Can I use Dreamdata for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Dreamdata best used for?
Dreamdata is most often used for b2b attribution, revenue analytics, pipeline forecasting, marketing roi. Of those, b2b attribution and revenue analytics are not what Forest is typically brought in for.
What can Dreamdata do that Forest cannot?
Dreamdata covers Multi-touch attribution, Account-based analytics, Pipeline analytics, Customer journey mapping. Forest covers Focus timer, Virtual forest building, Real tree planting partnership, Website/app blocking.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Dreamdata: Is there a free tier for Dreamdata?

Yes. Dreamdata offers a free tier with 5 seats, 2 months of history, company identification, and web analytics included.

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Forest: How much does Forest cost?

Forest has a free version with core features (timer, app blocking, group focus). Forest Plus subscription costs $3.33/month when billed annually at $39.99, with pricing varying by region and platform.

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Dreamdata: What CRM integrations does Dreamdata support?

Dreamdata integrates natively with Salesforce and HubSpot, pulling opportunity and account data to build attribution models.

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Forest: What platforms does Forest support?

Forest is available on iOS (one-time purchase $3.99), Android (free with ads, or $1.99 one-time for ad-free), and as a browser extension for Chrome and Firefox.

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Dreamdata: Can I build custom attribution models in Dreamdata?

Yes. Custom attribution models are available on the Attribution Advanced plan, which requires contact for custom pricing.

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Forest: What is Forest's tree planting program?

Forest has partnered with Trees for the Future to plant real trees. Users can spend earned focus coins to fund tree planting in Kenya, Senegal, Tanzania, Uganda, and Cameroon. Over 2.1 million real trees have been planted.

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Forest: Does Forest work offline?

Yes. Forest's core focus experience including the timer, tree growth, and stats works completely offline. This allows use on airplanes, subways, and areas without internet connectivity.

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Forest: Is there a Forest desktop app?

No. Forest does not have an official standalone desktop application. Desktop access is available through browser extensions for Chrome and Firefox only. Some users run the mobile app via emulators like BlueStacks.

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Forest: What features are in Forest Plus?

Forest Plus includes all Mindful Space soundscapes, custom app allowlists, advanced analytics with custom tags, exclusive tree species, 3x coin boost, and the ability to plant up to 5 real trees annually.

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